Student success is a journey shaped by people, opportunities and experiences that help students find their path, overcome challenges and reach their goals. Academic Success Magazine shares the stories behind that journey at James Madison University.
Published by Student Academic Success, the magazine highlights the students, faculty, staff, alumni, partners and supporters who bring JMU’s commitment to student success to life. Through stories of research, outreach, coaching, access, engagement and life beyond graduation, each issue offers a closer look at the people and programs helping students thrive at JMU.
2026 Issue: The Power of Connection
Our inaugural issue explores The Power of Connection, highlighting how relationships connect students to people, resources and pathways throughout their JMU experience. Readers will meet students engaged in undergraduate research, see how proactive outreach and success coaching provide timely support, explore the BR2JMU co-admission pathway, and discover how alumni and donors continue the cycle of student success.
Explore the 2026 Academic Success Magazine and discover how connection creates opportunities for students to learn, grow, belong and succeed.

